P/T CONTRACT - MySQL Database Analyst (Kahoots)
Location: US, IL, Chicago
Department: Kahoots
Employment type: Part-time
Required experience: Mid-Senior level
Required education: Bachelor's Degree
Industry: Information Technology and Services
Function: Engineering

Company profile:
The story of the Great Chicago Fire of 1871 isn’t really about the fire. It’s about what happened next: A remarkable moment when the most brilliant engineers, architects and inventors came together to build a new city. Their innovations – born of passion and practical ingenuity – shaped not just Chicago, but the modern world. What started 140 years ago continues to this day.Chicago’s brightest digital designers, engineers and entrepreneurs are shaping new technologies, disrupting old business models, and resetting the boundaries of what’s possible. If that sounds like you, join us.Come to a place where you can share ideas, make mistakes, work hard, build your business and, with a little luck, change the world.Welcome to 1871.From photo-editing apps to interactive healthcare programs, 1871 has a member company that fits your interests and expertise! Whether you’re a designer, a marketing expert, or software developer, we have a startup looking for you. Each company is looking for a way to innovate their industry and is looking to do so in creative and original ways. We are looking to match you with one of our amazing member companies based on the information you provide to us and their current needs. If you believe that you have the skills and vision to help digital startups get their start, 1871 is the right place for you!

Job description:
ABOUT KAHOOTSKahoots, a Chicago startup that's creating the worlds most intelligent contacts app, is currently seeking a Part Time MySQL Database Analyst/DBA.  We are an 1871 company that’s reinventing your phones’ address book – organizing contacts by need as well as name and sharing recommendations of great local businesses with friends. #URL_f9a76b81c870b1c023e71c5a9231d44d811992e00f9afbcdbaec7126da95427f#MySQL Database Analyst DescriptionThe MySQL Database Analyst maintains the integrity of multiple databases by identifying and solving database requirements; creates, maintains, and monitors database backup and maintenance plans. The Database Analyst also analyzes database schema and actual data to find the cleanest and most efficient storage and query responses possible; supports developers and database users.

Requirements:
Database Analyst Job Duties:Identifies database requirements by interviewing stakeholders; analyzing applications, programming, and operations; evaluating existing systems and designing proposed systems.Recommends solutions by defining database physical structure and functional capabilities, database security, data backup, and recovery specifications.Installs revised or new systems by proposing specifications and flowcharts; recommending optimum access techniques; coordinating installation requirements.Maintains database performance by calculating optimum values for database parameters; implementing new releases; completing maintenance requirements; evaluating computer operating systems and hardware products.Prepares users by conducting training; providing information; resolving problems.Provides timely information by answering questions and requests.Supports database functions by designing and coding utilities.Maintains quality service by establishing and enforcing organization standards.Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; benchmarking state-of-the-art practices; participating in professional societies.Analyzes data regularly to maintain clean values and correct constraintsContributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.Skills/Qualifications:  MySQLSQLiteDatabase Performance TuningDatabase SecurityPromoting Process ImprovementDatabase ManagementData MaintenanceOperating SystemsInformation Security Policies

Benefits:
Please keep in mind that this is a PART-TIME CONTRACT role with the opportunity to become full-time (permanent) down the road. We are looking for someone who can put in some extra hours outside of their current full-time job or take on more project work as an independent consultant.